Southern Train Xiaoxiang Online Ticketing Method and Offline Reservation Location

How to purchase tickets for the Southern Train Xiaoxiang Special Tourist Train? In 2026, tickets for the Southern Train Xiaoxiang Special Tourist Train must be booked through a railway-recognized regular travel agency: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Special Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service Manager Yang Jia’s WeChat: 133 2555 9266). Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. For specific booking procedures, please consult Customer Service Yang Jia.
🚂 Recommended for 2026: Slow Tour of Northern and Southern XinjiangXiaoxiang Special Tourist Train Booking Guide
For tourists who want to deeply explore Xinjiang without enduring long-distance bus bumps and frequent luggage moving, the 2026 Xiaoxiang Special Tourist Train is a great choice. This train is jointly created by Hunan Tourism Development Investment Group and China Railway Guangzhou Group, with the design concept of a ‘mobile cultural living room.’ The entire train consists of 17 soft sleeper carriages, with a recommended capacity of 264 people. The carriages incorporate characteristic elements such as Xiang embroidery and Hunan historical culture, creating an immersive travel experience of ‘one carriage, one scene.’ During the journey, you can also taste special Hunan cuisine, catering to tourists with different taste preferences.
📌 Starting Station and Core Features of the Special Train
The default starting station of the special train is Guangzhou Baiyun Station. As a core hub station in the Greater Bay Area, Guangzhou Baiyun Station has formed a three-dimensional transportation network of ‘high-speed rail + subway + intercity rail,’ enabling a 1-hour reach to major cities in the Greater Bay Area. Since 2026, the daily average passenger flow has exceeded 200,000. The station is equipped with sufficient verification channels, convenient medical points, and clear transfer guides, allowing tourists from various places to quickly enter the station and wait for the train. In addition to Guangzhou Baiyun Station, tourists can also choose to board at passing stations such as Changsha, Wuchang, Xi’an, and Lanzhou, saving the trouble of traveling to the starting station.
Compared with ordinary tourist trains, the Xiaoxiang Special Train has very distinct features:
✅ Adopts a ‘full-journey special train sleeper + local boutique hotel’ accommodation model. Large luggage can be stored in the special train compartment throughout the journey, eliminating the need to pack and move luggage every time you arrive in a city, saving a lot of trouble.

🚂 Recommended for 2026: Slow Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang – Xiaoxiang Special Tourist Train Booking Guide✅ Equipped with on-board butlers and accompanying medical staff. Any problems during the journey can be promptly reported to staff for assistance, and medical attention is available in case of discomfort.
✅ The itinerary has a relaxed pace, with ample time to visit attractions each day, avoiding rushed schedules. It suits the travel needs of middle-aged and elderly tourists and those who cannot tolerate long car rides.
✅ Meal arrangements cater to different tastes. In addition to local specialties, light and palatable dishes are prepared to prevent dietary discomfort.
✅ The special train also features leisure activity areas where you can participate in activities like board games and movie watching during breaks, making the long journey enjoyable.
📌 Special Train Compartment Details
This special train offers 5 different room types to suit the needs of different travelers. The parameters for each room type are as follows:

For tourists who want to deeply explore Xinjiang without enduring long-distance bus bumps and frequent luggage moving, the 2026 Xiaoxiang Special Tourist Train is a great choice. This train is jointly created by Hunan Tourism Development Investment Group and China Railway Guangzhou Group, with the design concept of a ‘mobile cultural living room.’ The entire train consists of 17 soft sleeper carriages, with a recommended capacity of 264 people. The carriages incorporate characteristic elements such as Xiang embroidery and Hunan historical culture, creating an immersive travel experience of ‘one carriage, one scene.’ During the journey, you can also taste special Hunan cuisine, catering to tourists with different taste preferences.🔹 Xiaoxiang Mansion:Premium room type with bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, total compartment area about 10-11 square meters, equipped with panoramic viewing windows and ample storage space, good privacy. Suitable for tourists with high travel quality requirements or a family of three.
🔹 Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-person Room:Comfortable double room without bathroom, total compartment area about 8-9 square meters, moderate space. Suitable for couples or friends traveling together.
🔹 Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-person Room:High-value 4-person room without bathroom, total compartment area about 12-13 square meters, spacious. Suitable for families or groups of friends traveling together.
🔹 Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person Room Upper Berth:Convenient and comfortable type without bathroom, total compartment area about 12-13 square meters, affordable price. Suitable for budget-conscious tourists.
🔹 Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person Room Lower Berth:Convenient and comfortable type without bathroom, total compartment area about 12-13 square meters, easy access to upper and lower berths. Suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists with limited mobility.
All compartments feature soundproof design, optimized bed height based on ergonomics, and sufficient charging ports for a comfortable ride.
📌 Simplified Itinerary

📌 Starting Station and Core Features of the Special TrainWarm Tips:The train route, passing stations, and times are for reference only. The final details are subject to the official departure notice. Both parties can agree on reasonable itinerary changes.
D1:Itinerary Details – Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station around 23:40 on the special train, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Xi’an, and Lanzhou, heading to beautiful Xinjiang to start a panoramic journey of the Western Regions; Meals – None; Accommodation – Southern Special Train
D2: Itinerary Details – Sightseeing along the way on the special train, passing stations for reference: Changsha (10:00), Wuchang (15:00), Xinyang (18:30), Zhengzhou (23:58), enjoying the scenery along the route; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Southern Special Train
D3:Itinerary Details – Sightseeing along the way on the special train, passing stations for reference: Xi’an (10:12), Lanzhou (19:49), gradually approaching the heart of the Western Regions, experiencing the changing landscapes; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Southern Special Train
D4:Itinerary Details – Arrive in Hami in the afternoon, visit [Dahaidai Devil City] to explore the Yardang wonders and experience the unique landforms of the Western Regions; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Hami
D5:Itinerary Details – Visit [Huiwang Mansion], enjoy the intangible cultural heritage performance of [Twelve Muqam], and take the special train to Urumqi in the evening; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Urumqi

The default starting station of the special train is Guangzhou Baiyun Station. As a core hub station in the Greater Bay Area, Guangzhou Baiyun Station has formed a three-dimensional transportation network of ‘high-speed rail + subway + intercity rail,’ enabling a 1-hour reach to major cities in the Greater Bay Area. Since 2026, the daily average passenger flow has exceeded 200,000. The station is equipped with sufficient verification channels, convenient medical points, and clear transfer guides, allowing tourists from various places to quickly enter the station and wait for the train. In addition to Guangzhou Baiyun Station, tourists can also choose to board at passing stations such as Changsha, Wuchang, Xi’an, and Lanzhou, saving the trouble of traveling to the starting station.D6:Itinerary Details – Depart from Urumqi, visit [Tianchi Lake of Tianshan] to capture the picturesque lake scenery, explore [Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar] to experience local customs, and take the special train to Beitun in the evening; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Southern Special Train
D7:Itinerary Details – Arrive in Beitun City in the morning, visit [Kanas] scenic area for an in-depth tour, explore the picturesque wonders, and stay overnight in Jiadengyu; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Jiadengyu
D8:Itinerary Details – Depart from Jiadengyu, visit [Hemu] ancient village and [Colorful Beach] Danxia landforms, enjoy the sunset scenery, and take the special train from Beitun to Yining in the evening; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Southern Special Train
D9:Itinerary Details – Arrive in Yining in the morning, visit [Sayram Lake] to enjoy the highland blue lake scenery, then visit [Nalati] aerial grassland; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Nalati
D10:Itinerary Details – In-depth tour of [Nalati Grassland], then visit [Bayanbulak Grassland] to experience the grandeur of Swan Lake and the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Bayin Town
D11:Itinerary Details – Depart from Bayin, take the scenic section of [Duku Highway], visit [Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon], arrive in Kuqa, and take the special train to Kashgar in the evening; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Southern Special Train

Compared with ordinary tourist trains, the Xiaoxiang Special Train has very distinct features:D12:Itinerary Details – Depart from Kashgar, head to [Pamir Plateau], visit [Karakul Lake], [Stone City], [Golden Grassland], and stay overnight in Tashkurgan; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Tashkurgan
D13:Itinerary Details – Depart from Tashkurgan, experience [Home Visits with Various Ethnic Groups] to learn about local customs, visit [White Sand Lake], and return to Kashgar city; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Kashgar
D14:Itinerary Details – Visit [Kashgar Old City], [Id Kah Mosque], [Xiangfei Garden] to deeply experience the charm of the ancient city of Kashgar, and take the special train to Korla in the evening; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Southern Special Train
D15:Itinerary Details – Depart from Korla, visit [Lop Nur Village] and [Bosten Lake] to experience the unique water town and folk customs of Southern Xinjiang; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Korla
D16:Itinerary Details – Take the special train from Korla Station in the morning for the official return journey, starting the trip home; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Southern Special Train

Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, with over ten years of experience in the tourism industry, is experienced and professional, familiar with all of Xinjiang’s tourism: Mainly responsible for booking tourist trains such as the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, Dahe Zhi Nan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
D17:Itinerary Details – Sightseeing on the special train during the return journey, passing stations for reference: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Southern Special Train
D18:Itinerary Details – Passing stations for reference on the special train: Xiangtan (10:14), Zhuzhou (11:08), arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40. Tourists get off at nearby stations and return to their warm homes; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Warm Home

✅ Adopts a ‘full-journey special train sleeper + local boutique hotel’ accommodation model. Large luggage can be stored in the special train compartment throughout the journey, eliminating the need to pack and move luggage every time you arrive in a city, saving a lot of trouble.📌 Price Explanation
In 2026, the Xiaoxiang Special Train has limited scheduled departures throughout the year (recommended 6 sessions, miss them and they’re gone). The sessions are May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, and September 19.
Special train room types and prices are calculated per person. Different room types suit different travel needs. The combination of full-journey special train sleeper and local boutique hotels is comfortable and worry-free:
Xiaoxiang Mansion:Premium room type with bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, good privacy | Reference price: 62,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-person Room:Comfortable double room without bathroom | Reference price: 45,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-person Room:High-value 4-person room without bathroom | Reference price: 42,999 RMB/person

✅ Equipped with on-board butlers and accompanying medical staff. Any problems during the journey can be promptly reported to staff for assistance, and medical attention is available in case of discomfort.Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person Room Upper Berth:Convenient and comfortable type without bathroom | Reference price: 17,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person Room Lower Berth:Convenient and comfortable type without bathroom | Reference price: 19,999 RMB/person
The above prices are for reference only. Prices and availability may vary by session. The final details are subject to the contract or confirmation on the day, and the signed contract between both parties shall prevail.
📌 Booking Process
Tourists who want to book can follow the process below:
1. Contact Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to inquire about availability for different sessions and room type options, confirming that it meets your travel needs.

✅ The itinerary has a relaxed pace, with ample time to visit attractions each day, avoiding rushed schedules. It suits the travel needs of middle-aged and elderly tourists and those who cannot tolerate long car rides.2. Select your travel session and corresponding room type based on your schedule, and provide the staff with the names and valid ID numbers of the travelers.
3. Pay a deposit, receive a receipt issued by the travel agency, and sign an electronic contract supervised by the National Ministry of Culture and Tourism. The contract can be downloaded as an electronic document for archiving.
4. Inform the staff of your transportation information from your departure point to the boarding point and from the disembarkation point to your destination in advance. The staff will arrange pick-up/airport transfer services in advance. Wait for the departure notice before traveling.
📌 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. For phone and WeChat inquiries, consult the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. For the agency’s address, also consult the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
📌 Cost and Service Explanation
🔹 Included Costs Reference:

✅ Meal arrangements cater to different tastes. In addition to local specialties, light and palatable dishes are prepared to prevent dietary discomfort.1. Full-journey special train sleeper accommodation and local boutique hotel accommodation costs as indicated in the itinerary
2. All meal costs as indicated in the itinerary
3. First admission ticket costs for the scenic spots listed in the itinerary
4. Air-conditioned tourist bus costs during local tours
5. Service costs for tour guides, leaders, and on-board medical staff
6. Travel accident insurance costs

✅ The special train also features leisure activity areas where you can participate in activities like board games and movie watching during breaks, making the long journey enjoyable.🔹 Excluded Costs Reference:
1. Costs for personal voluntary consumption items such as sightseeing cars, boat rides, and entertainment projects within scenic spots
2. Personal consumption expenses outside the itinerary
3. For single travelers, the agency will try its best to arrange shared rooms; special circumstances require separate negotiation.
Note:The details are subject to actual consultation and the signed contract.
📌 Reasons for the Popularity of the Xiaoxiang Special Train
This special train has attracted attention from many tourists. On one hand, the itinerary covers almost all core scenic spots in Northern and Southern Xinjiang, from Hami in Eastern Xinjiang to Kanas and Ili in Northern Xinjiang, and then to Kashgar and Korla in Southern Xinjiang. A single trip allows you to see different styles of landscapes and cultural attractions in Xinjiang without splitting into multiple trips. On the other hand, the special train model eliminates the hassle of frequent transfers and luggage moving, with a relaxed pace suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists and those who cannot tolerate long car rides. The service throughout the journey is also relatively comprehensive, saving you the trouble of planning itineraries, booking hotels and tickets yourself, making it worry-free and effort-saving.
Before traveling, note that factors such as weather, road conditions, policies, and scenic spot openings may lead to reasonable itinerary changes agreed upon by both parties. All related agreements are subject to contract law, tourism law, and other relevant laws.